Making BIG Shifts – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, host Josh Anderson speaks with Alex Kutsishin, founder of Fuel !nc, about the significant shifts in entrepreneurship and performance training. Alex shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of timing and capable people in business success. He discusses the need for a new approach to education and performance training, advocating for expert-guided practice as a means to improve skills and capabilities. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of team management, the role of innovation, and the future of Fuel !nc in transforming education for the next generation.
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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, host Josh Anderson speaks with Brian Potter, a senior fellow at IFP and author of 'The Origins of Efficiency.' They explore the historical context of efficiency, its principles, and how it applies to various industries, particularly construction. Brian discusses the challenges of improving efficiency in construction, the importance of repetition and learning curves, and the impact of AI on future efficiency gains. The conversation also touches on design considerations for manufacturing and the relevance of these concepts in marketing and service-based industries.
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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson talks with Michael Shapiro, founder and CEO of TAPinto and the Hyper Local News Network, about reinventing local journalism through franchising. Michael shares how a personal family moment sparked his shift from attorney to entrepreneur, and how his model empowers everyday people to launch sustainable local news businesses. He breaks down what makes a strong local publisher, the power of showing up in your community, and how AI is improving efficiency without compromising reporting standards. Whether you're exploring B2B marketing opportunities, building a community-driven business, or sharpening your marketing strategy, this episode delivers actionable insights on growth, leadership, and innovation.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson talks with Kunal Mehta—25-year GTM and RevOps leader—about the biggest efficiency gaps he’s uncovered across sales and marketing teams. Kunal breaks down the “magic number,” why so many companies overspend on growth, and how propensity models and standardized playbooks can transform B2B marketing performance. He also shares private-equity-level insights on sales coverage, lead disposition, outbound rigor, and the psychological shifts that separate elite operators from the rest. If you’re looking to sharpen your marketing strategy, improve go-to-market precision, or build data-driven revenue systems, this episode delivers actionable playbooks you can start using today.#MarketingStrategy

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson sits down with New York Times bestselling author Robert Allen to reveal how entrepreneurs can use a book to transform their brand, authority, and marketing strategy. Robert breaks down why most people never publish, the psychology behind bestseller creation, and how AI can dramatically speed up the writing process. He also explains how authors can turn a book into a powerful lead-generation engine—one that increases credibility, scales marketing, and fuels long-term business growth. Whether you're in B2B marketing, launching a personal brand, or looking to make a major shift in your career, this conversation delivers practical frameworks you can put into action immediately.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson sits down with Eric Levine, founder of StratEngine AI, to unpack how AI is transforming strategic planning for consultants and business leaders. Eric shares the story behind leaving Meta, redefining his life direction, and ultimately building a platform that turns complex decisions into clear, actionable strategy in minutes. They explore how StratEngine helps B2B marketing teams, consultants, and SMB leaders streamline research, frameworks, and presentations—cutting a 6–8 week process down to under 20 minutes. Whether you're refining your marketing strategy, navigating a career pivot, or exploring AI-powered business tools, this episode delivers practical insights and real mindset shifts.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson sits down with bestselling author and keynote speaker Alex Demczak to explore the power of storytelling, integrity, and purpose-driven leadership. Alex shares how a humbling speaking moment reshaped his mindset, how thought leaders can identify their “superpowers,” and why focusing on one person at a time can transform both your marketing strategy and your impact. He also dives into building ShareYourStory.com, helping entrepreneurs refine their voice, and overcoming fear when stepping into public platforms. Whether you're building a brand, writing a book, or leading a B2B marketing team, this conversation delivers practical wisdom and inspiration you can apply immediately.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson sits down with Vadim Peskov—CEO of Diffco and advisor to multiple startups—to explore how founders can navigate pivots, validate ideas, and adapt quickly in today’s fast-moving tech landscape. Vadim breaks down his real-world experience helping B2B companies refine product direction, shape their marketing strategy, and accelerate growth through customer-driven learning. He also shares insights on MVP testing, overcoming internal resistance, and why speed of execution often separates winners from everyone else. If you’re building, scaling, or advising a B2B marketing or AI-driven startup, this conversation is packed with practical frameworks and powerful mindset shifts.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, Josh Anderson sits down with Katmai Tech CEO Erik Braund to break down how immersive collaboration tools are reshaping modern teams. Erik shares the pivotal moments that inspired Katmai, the challenges of building a distributed culture, and how enterprises can rethink B2B marketing through real-time, human-centered interaction. This conversation also explores the shift in workplace behavior post-2020 and why smarter marketing strategy requires reimagining how teams communicate. Whether you're a founder, operator, or marketer aiming to build stronger digital culture, this episode delivers powerful insights and practical takeaways.

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In this episode of Making BIG Shifts, host Josh Anderson sits down with Sam Caucci, Founder of One Huddle and author of Wasted Talent: How Greed, Exploitation, and the Promise of the Future of Work Has Failed the Frontline—and a Plan to Fix It.Sam shares why today’s workforce challenges aren’t caused by “lazy workers” or generational gaps—but by outdated systems, broken onboarding, and organizations failing to unlock the talent already in front of them. Drawing from over a decade of experience helping companies onboard and train frontline workers, Sam explains how businesses can move from wasting talent to accelerating it.The conversation explores onboarding speed, middle management as coaches, workforce exploitation, wages, AI’s impact on work, and why companies must rethink how they train, develop, and support frontline employees. Sam also introduces practical frameworks—including the ABCs of people development (Autonomy, Belonging, Capability)—that leaders can apply immediately.Connect with today's speakers:🔗 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-anderson-diy/🔗 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-braund/#MakingBigShifts #FutureOfWork #WastedTalent #JoshAnderson #SamCaucci #OneHuddle #EmployeeEngagement #FrontlineWorkers #LeadershipDevelopment #Onboarding #WorkforceTraining #PeopleFirst #TalentDevelopment #HRInnovation #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeExperience #BusinessLeadership #ModernWork #Reskilling #Upskilling #ManagementCoaching